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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Genesis G70 comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Genesis G70?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Genesis G70: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Genesis G70

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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,833 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.8 L/100km.

G70

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers noticeably more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is very slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Genesis G70 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers barely more torque with 450 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 km
Mercedes A Class Saloon
Genesis G70

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,685 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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